determinedly
Example Sentences
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He fought determinedly for months but lost decisively in Congress.
From Slate • May 7, 2026
There’s something determinedly hopeful about “Kim’s Convenience,” which like the store it’s named after, wants its patrons to leave satisfied.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Yet Polyakov determinedly strutted around for reporters and masked any discomfort with a grin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
He appeared determinedly unfazed at Russia's face-to-face preparation talks with the US in Saudi Arabia.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2025
“Anyone we know dead?” asked Ron in a determinedly casual voice; he posed the same question every time Hermione opened her paper.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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